Position Overview

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our growing team, providing client-centered services, with a focus on paediatrics. The role involves developing and implementing programs aligned with Head to Toe Therapies’ ethos to deliver innovative, impactful outcomes for clients.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct Functional Allied Health Assessments for new clients, set goals with parents/carers, provide Home Exercise Programs after initial sessions, and perform regular reviews

Provide evidence-based therapeutic services to clients, primarily paediatric, using techniques like therapeutic massage, Cuevas Medek Exercises, TheraSuit, Sensory Strategies and Vital Stim, in line with the EBP framework

Write letters to GPs/paediatricians post-initial consults, detailing conditions, treatment goals, and prognosis

Seek patient referrals, ensure timely follow-ups, and maintain accurate, organised clinical documentation with appropriate terminology

Communicate professionally with clients, families, carers and health practitioners (e.g., nurses, doctors, carers) where consent is given, to support collaborative care and prioritise patient interests

Participate in multidisciplinary staff meetings and support colleagues during busy periods, demonstrating adaptability and accountability in a dynamic work environment

Create social media content to engage the community

Adapt to workplace needs while working within the scope of the allied health profession

Contribute to planning, implementing, and evaluating quality management systems

Deliver Manual Handling or Falls Prevention Programs and safety plans as needed

Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, including evaluating documentation and consultation processes, to enhance service delivery

Adhere to Head to Toe Therapies’ Work Health and Safety practices and procedures

Represent Head to Toe Therapies positively in all interactions

Selection Criteria

Essential

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with AHPRA

Experience delivering evidence-based, client-centred interventions (paediatric experience desirable)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging clients, families, and teams

Ability to maintain accurate, accessible clinical documentation

Commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork and collaborative care

Commitment to Head to Toe Therapies Values and Work Health and Safety practices and procedures

Valid Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) check and National Police Check

Desirable

Knowledge of NDIS frameworks and funding processes.

Experience with innovative treatment modalities (e.g., Therasuit, Vital Stim, Trexo Robotics).

Skills in creating social media content.

Familiarity with Manual Handling or Falls Prevention Programs